Merrill was born in Kennebunk on Oct. 30, 1918, a son of Edward R. and Eva May (Lank). He graduated from Kennebunk High School and he was a longtime caretaker at Hope Cemetery in Kennebunk for over 50 years.

Merrill was well known to the community. He used to farm pigs, sheep, and cattle outside of his home and he had not owned a car since he sold his 1938 Ford back in the 1960s. He walked everywhere until about 25 years ago when someone gave him a bicycle. He bicycled ever since then, although in his later years, he did more pushing than riding.

He was predeceased by his wife Marie Nixon Currier.

He is survived by his nephew Sherman Huff; a niece, Carly Perry; and their families.

SERVICES: Visiting hours were held Wednesday, Feb. 27, at the Bibber Memorial Chapel, 67 Summer St., Kennebunk. And a funeral service was also held at the chapel. Interment will be in Hope Cemetery in the spring. Should friends desire, memorial donations may be made in Merrill's memory to the Animal Welfare Society, P.O. Box 43, West Kennebunk, ME 04094. Arrangements are in care of Bibber Memorial Chapel in Kennebunk. Visit www.bibberfuneral.com

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